Iskra Lawrence's Secret For Wearing Devastatingly Sexy Thigh-High Slits

Iskra Lawrence got to create a fashion item with her own personal mantra splashed on the side in conjunction with her #AerieREAL Role Model campaign. She chose a pair of leggings with "Self-Made" written down the leg, and all proceeds go to NEDA, for which Iskra is an ambassador. Of course, the pants look comfortable enough to live in. But when we talked to Iskra, we looked beyond the bottoms and asked her for some pointers too.

She's constantly debuting cheeky suits on Instagram, rocking thigh-high — scratch that, hip-high — slits to events, and posting inspiring quotes dedicated to her fans. She's one of the most confident supermodels we've encountered, and we had to find out how she stays so on top of her game 24/7. Read on to find out a few of Iskra's style secrets (did you know she has to shop for strapless swimsuits only to avoid tan lines for work?!) and tuck them away in your back pocket ASAP.

Iskra Designed Aerie Leggings With Her Own Personal Mantra
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Iskra Designed Aerie Leggings With Her Own Personal Mantra

"I choose 'Self-Made,' as I wanted something that was inspirational to everyone, no matter where they are in their journey. Everyone creates and nurtures who they're becoming, so I love this phrase and find it super empowering. I chose [to create] leggings as they are something I feel comfortable in, but also they give me the ability to move and be active. I'm so happy with the price point being $15.95 — I'm hoping lots of people will be able to purchase them and be proud to rock them!"

She Bonded With the Rest of the #AerieREAL Models
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She Bonded With the Rest of the #AerieREAL Models

"It was so amazing getting to work with such inspiring women on the #AerieREAL campaign. I was the original #AerieREAL role model, and when I heard I would be joined by Aly [Raisman], Yara [Shahidi], and Rachel [Platten], I knew it was going to be a special experience. None of us really knew each other before, but once we started working together, we instantly clicked. We are all so different and bring so many contrasting experiences and opinions to the table, but we stand for the same beliefs, morals, and values and believe in empowering women, which makes them feel like sisters to me."

Oh Yeah, Iskra Remembers Her First Aerie Purchase

Oh Yeah, Iskra Remembers Her First Aerie Purchase

"It was a light pink bralette and literally changed my life. It was so, so comfy!"

Her Secret For Rocking a Thigh-High Slit

"I love wearing anything that makes me feel confident and that's fun! I'm not afraid of a thigh-high slit or something revealing because I love my body and I enjoy playing with fashion. I also want to show people not to be afraid of showing some cellulite or 'flaws' that don't define your beauty at all. Getting everything to stay put is a whole other story! Sometimes its fashion tape, but most of the time I just go for it — and also wear a bodysuit! I like wearing bodysuits to feel covered up, or you could try a slip and cut the same slit out that your dress has and either pin, sew, or tape. I'm also obsessed with L'Oréal's glotion, as it makes me feel like a smooth, glowy goddess."

Iskra's Bikini Shopping Rules

"I love a strapless for tanning, as I have to avoid tan lines with my job. When choosing a bikini, just like choosing any other piece of clothing, I go for how I feel. Especially on the beach, you want to feel confident and comfortable. I want to be able to move and have fun in my bikini and be ready for anything. I'm a little picky about straps as I don't like anything that cuts or digs in, as I tend to spend a lot of time in my swimsuit."

Her Second Favorite Style

"Definitely a triangle bikini that I feel supported in, but also one where I can tie the straps back so I can tan without lines. I love a molded triangle. I have that shape in multiple colors and prints from Aerie. I love the uplift and that it doesn't show if I'm a bit nippy and is smooth under a tee if I have to go somewhere before or after the beach."

Iskra Damn Well Knows She's a Role Model — and That's Important

"It means everything to me and has become my motivation to be a better person. I take that role very seriously and always want to do my best to inspire and teach the people who follow me and my career. When it comes to social media, I like to show my life, my career, my body in its truest form. I don't tailor my posts to look a certain way or try to be somebody that I am not. I share who I really am with my followers and that will never change, because I am trying my best to be as authentic as I possibly can. That's what I want to show them — that being yourself is already more than enough, and I hope that they feel that, too."